Sunday, April 3, 2011

The Internet was extremely slow on Yap, so while we were on the island, we were unable to upload this video, showing this beautiful Yapese dance. If you go a few posts back (post dated 3/15/11), you can read about how we were able to attend this ceremony. Also, I thought it was interesting that the men put a yellow-colored oil all over their bodies, giving them a yellow glow. Furthermore, the light greenish/yellow "things" hanging from their arms and skirts, are fresh leaves. Other than their red and blue "thus" (pronounced thooz), everything on their bodies is made with local flora.

Background

In 2006, Eric and Karyn came to Guam on sabbatical. They thought it would be an exciting adventure to teach at a college with a distinctly different culture and do some scuba diving to boot. NEVER could they have dreamed that this would lead to raising their own support and moving their family half-way around the world.
Eric and Karyn have been married since 1985 and have added four more to the world since then. Eric has a B.A. from Simpson University, an MDiv from Fuller Theological Seminary, a ThM from Princeton Theological Seminary, and a doctorate (DMin) from Fuller Theological Seminary. Eric is an ordained pastor in the Evangelical Covenant Church. Karyn has a B.A. from Simpson University, an M.A. from Azusa Pacific University, and is a CA licensed marriage and family therapist.
After living and working on Guam for four years, the Sorensons moved to Santa Barbara where Eric works as the pastor for Christian formation at Community Covenant Church. Karyn continues working full-time with Micronesians using the marvels of technology and travel. Leadership development, counseling, and teaching are her passions. Eric also continues to invest in Micronesia as his schedule allows.

How to Partner with Karyn

Karyn raises 100% of her support for the non-profit work she does in Micronesia. If you would like to make a tax-deductible donation, please make your check to Bridges of Hope International with a note stating that the support is for Karyn Sorenson. The mailing address is:

Bridges of Hope InternationalP. O. Box 6947Santa Barbara, CA 93160

It's also really easy to give online. Simply go to www.bridgesworldwide.org/give/ and then click on what you would like to donate: "One time donation" or "Monthly Donation." Click on "Donate Now" and then there is a drop down menu labeled "Allocation." If you click on the arrow, you will see her name, Karyn Sorenson.